Great British Barbering Academy
The Great British Barbering Academy runs courses that cover every aspect of barbering and are design
Supported by British Barbers’ Association Founder Mike Taylor, the Great British Barbering Academy is dedicated to providing trained barbers and novices with the skills needed to reach new heights in an exciting and ever-changing industry. With more than 25 years of experience, Taylor’s technical abilities and knowledge are priceless. And, along with Salon Services, Andis and Mike Taylor Education
05/04/2026
Course dates for May are now live—and places are going fast.
Book now for our one-day and two-day barbering courses, including:
• Fading
• Shaving
• Traditional Barbering
• Introduction to Barbering
• Confidence Building
• Hairdresser to Barber Transition
Visit greatbritishbarberingacademy.com to secure your place and take the next step in your barbering journey.
16/03/2026
What you’ve all been waiting for… our 1-day and 2-day courses are back ✂️
We’ve opened up a full range of May course dates at the Great British Barbering Academy.
📅 May Courses:
• May 10th – Hairdresser to Barber
• May 11th & 12th – 2-Day Shaving Course
• May 17th – Introduction to Barbering
• May 18th – Traditional Barbering
• May 31st – Fades & Blades
Perfect for barbers and hairdressers looking to build skills, sharpen techniques, and learn traditional barbering methods.
📲 Book now via the Mike Taylor Education or Great British Barbering Academy website.
23/02/2026
The GBBA team are back on the road 🙌💈
Pat has been out delivering a fresh Fades & Blades course — sharpening skills and levelling up barbers 🔥✂️
Meanwhile, Mike has been back inspiring the next generation at Chichester College, sharing knowledge, techniques and real industry experience.
We love being out there, educating, inspiring and raising standards across the industry.
Keep tuned for more upcoming course dates 👀
If you’d like to book one of us for an on-the-road course, simply DM us or email [email protected]
29/11/2025
Six incredible days across multiple campuses with MTE & GBBA educator Elvis.
From Level 2 & 3 students to advanced clipper work, traditional barbering and next-level fades — every group showed unreal talent and commitment.
The students absolutely smashed it. The future’s looking bright.
The future of barber training is MTE & GBBA. ✂️✨
07/10/2025
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✂️ Fades & Blades Training Day in Wimborne with GBBA educator Elvis 💈
The team absolutely loved it — a perfect chance to refresh their skills and stay sharp on all the in-trend fades, cuts, and beard detailing. 🔥
If your barbershop crew could use a skills boost or some fresh inspiration, get in touch to book your training day now! 📩
30/09/2025
The barbering teaching season is back with a bang 💈✂️
Kicked things off at Birmingham and City College, where MTE GBBA educator Elvis guided the Level 3 students through their shaving techniques.
Brilliant energy, talented students, and a great couple of days all round 👏🔥
Can’t wait to be back for more hands-on barbering lessons!
21/08/2025
🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨
We’re proud to share that GBBA are now official partners with Mike Taylor Education! ✂️
This partnership means we’ll be delivering:
💈 Same-day courses you already know and love
💈 The product brand trusted by barbers everywhere
💈 PLUS – brand new five-day barber courses
You can now also find us on the Mike Taylor Education website 👏
Exciting times ahead – let’s keep raising the standard in barbering together.
14/06/2025
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💈 G•B•B•A Educator Elvis — doing what he does best at Brighton Met College 👏
Inspiring the next generation of awesome barbers and sharing the craft with passion. ✂️🔥
Is your college looking for some top-tier CPD? We’ve got you.
📩 Drop us a message — we’re always happy to help.
27/04/2025
Brilliant GBBA course today taken by GBBA educator
The girls all smashed it. 💈👏🏻👏🏻
22/04/2025
We’re proud to be part of the Bonds raffle in support of Lisa and her amazing cause. As our contribution, we’ve put together a special prize: a beautifully gift-packed Men’s Care Range, proudly featuring the Great British Barbering Academy branding and luxury product range.
We’ve made one of these exclusive packs available at every Bonds Barbershop location.
20/04/2025
Hairdresser to Barber Course – Limited Spaces Left!
Ready to level up your men’s cutting skills? Our popular Hairdresser to Barber course is happening next Sunday, 27th April in Poole, and we’ve still got a couple of spaces available!
This hands-on course is perfect if you want to build confidence and sharpen your barbering techniques. You’ll learn:
• How to confidently handle clippers
• Clipper over comb
• Scissor over comb
• Tapering and blending
• Neck shapes and necklines
• How to bring a gent’s haircut together – the easy way!
Time: 10am – 4pm
Location: Poole
Models: All provided
To book your spot, head to: the greatbritishbarberingacademy.com
Got questions? Drop us an email at [email protected]
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Address
26 Wimborne Road
Poole
BH152BU
